Construction managers plan and direct the operations of organizations engaged in residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial construction.

Residential home builders and renovators plan and direct the activities of their own companies. They prepare bids for projects; consult with customers, architects, and engineers; employ subcontractors; prepare work schedules; and oversee work.

Transportation managers of operations plan and direct the operations of companies such as airlines, railways, and municipal transit systems. They set policies/standards, including safety procedures for handling dangerous goods, and oversee the dispatch of vehicles, vessels, and aircraft.

Transportation managers of freight traffic plan and direct companies responsible for coordinating, arranging, and monitoring the transportation/movement of goods.

1. What education do you need to become a Managers in Construction and Transportation?
   1. Educational requirements vary, depending on your area of work. 2. To be a construction manager, you usually... more
2. What is the current Job Outlook for a Managers in Construction and Transportation?
   The job outlook for Managers in Construction and Transportation is considered Above Average because: 1. Employment... more
3. What is the future Job Outlook for a Managers in Construction and Transportation?
   Your job outlook will continue to be Above Average because: 1. The employment growth rate will likely be close to... more
4. How much does a Managers in Construction and Transportation make?
   Hourly wages ($28.94) are above the national average ($18.07). These earnings are close to the average for... more
5. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Managers in Construction and Transportation"?
   2% of Managers in Construction and Transportation are unemployed. This rate is close to the average for management... more
6. How many Managers in Construction and Transportation are employed part-time?
   7% of Managers in Construction and Transportation are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 137,200 workers... more
7. How many Managers in Construction and Transportation are self-employed?
   Roughly 71% of Managers in Construction and Transportation are self-employed. This is considered The percentage of... more
8. What is the average age of a Managers in Construction and Transportation?
   The relatively low percentage of younger workers suggests few entry-level job openings, and could point to a greater... more